Construction / Plumber Continuing Education / New Mexico
- New Mexico
- Plumber CE
- Journeyman Classes
- Updated Oct 2026
New Mexico Plumber Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
New Mexico journeyman plumbing and mechanical certificate holders need 16 hours of CID-approved CE every three-year renewal cycle, split evenly between Uniform Plumbing Code changes and industry-related coursework.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) requirements
Hours per cycle
16 hrs
8 hrs of UPC code changes plus 8 hrs industry related
Cycle
3 years
Based on your initial certificate date
Deadline
End of issue month, 3 yrs
Set by your initial certification date
Online allowed?
Yes, CID-approved
Online courses from CID-approved providers count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a New Mexico plumber license?
Under 14.6.4.8 NMAC, holders of New Mexico journeyman plumbing, gas, pipefitting, sheet metal, sprinkler, refrigeration and fire protection certificates of competence need 16 hours of CE to renew. Renewal is handled by the state through the Construction Industries Division (CID) and PSI.
CE applies to
- Journeyman Plumber (JP) and Journeyman Plumber-Gas (JPG)
- Journeyman Pipefitter (JPF) and Journeyman Gas (JG)
- Journeyman Sheet Metal (JSM)
- Journeyman Sprinkler (JS)
- Journeyman Refrigeration (JR)
- Journeyman Fire Protection (MS-12J or MS-14J)
Exemptions
- Plumbing and mechanical contractor business licenses (MM-1, MM-98) do not require separate CE unless the holder is also renewing a journeyman certificate of competence
New Mexico plumber CE at a glance
New Mexico plumber renewal, one box
| Renewed with | New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) |
| CE required? | Yes, for the listed journeyman classes |
| Hours per cycle | 16 hrs |
| Cycle | 3 years |
| Required topics | 8 hrs 2021 UPC code changes, 8 hrs industry related |
| Online allowed? | Yes, through CID-approved providers |
| Deadline | End of the month your certificate was issued, every 3 years |
| Who reports | Provider reports & licensee submits certificates at renewal (via PSI) |
| Carryover | No carryover allowed |
| Grace period | Up to 90 days after expiration with late fee ($1/day first 30 days) |
| Renewal fee | $75 ($25/year per classification) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a New Mexico plumber license need?
Every listed class needs the same 16 hours of approved CE each three-year cycle under 14.6.4.8 NMAC: 8 hours on Uniform Plumbing Code changes and 8 hours of industry-related approved coursework.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journeyman Plumber & Plumber-Gas (JP, JPG) | 16 hrs | 8 hrs UPC code changes | 8 hrs industry related | Online or in person (CID-approved) |
| Journeyman Pipefitter & Gas (JPF, JG) | 16 hrs | 8 hrs UPC/UMC code changes | 8 hrs industry related | Online or in person (CID-approved) |
| Journeyman Sheet Metal, Sprinkler & Refrigeration (JSM, JS, JR) | 16 hrs | 8 hrs code changes | 8 hrs industry related | Online or in person (CID-approved) |
| Journeyman Fire Protection (MS-12J, MS-14J) | 16 hrs | 8 hrs code changes | 8 hrs industry related | Online or in person (CID-approved) |
New Mexico enforces the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code under 14.8.2 NMAC. Confirm your code-changes course is approved by CID for the current code cycle.
Deadline
When is the New Mexico plumber license renewal deadline?
New Mexico plumbing journeyman certificates renew every three years at the end of the month they were initially issued. Finish your 16 hours and submit your renewal and $75 fee to CID/PSI before that date.
| Deadline rule | End of the month your certificate was issued, every 3 years |
| Cycle | 3 years |
| Grace period | Up to 90 days after expiration with late fee; canceled after 90 days |
| Late penalty | $1 per day for the first 30 days; up to double the renewal fee for days 31–90 |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your triennial renewal |
Steps
How to renew a New Mexico plumber license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 16 hours of CID-approved CE: 8 hours on UPC code changes and 8 hours of industry-related coursework. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. You must submit copies with your renewal. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Confirm your provider has reported your completion and attach your completion certificates to your renewal application. - Pay the renewal fee$75 fee
Submit your renewal application, CE certificates and $75 triennial renewal fee ($25/year per classification) to CID/PSI. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm through the Regulation & Licensing Department portal that your certificate shows a new expiration date three years out.
Providers
Approved New Mexico plumber license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay. Courses and providers must be pre-approved by the New Mexico Construction Industries Division under 14.6.4.8 NMAC.
Approval
How to check a New Mexico plumber CE course is approved
Only CID-approved coursework counts toward New Mexico plumbing CE. Half of your 16 hours must cover Uniform Plumbing Code changes and the other half must be industry-related approved coursework.
- Confirm the course is approved by New Mexico CID before you pay.
- Check whether it counts as code-changes hours or industry-related hours.
- Make sure your total reaches 8 hours in each category before you renew.
Reporting
How New Mexico plumber CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Approved providers report completions to CID/PSI, and you must also attach copies of your completion certificates to your renewal application. Applications without proof of all 16 CE hours are rejected as incomplete.
- Print or save each certificate of completion.
- Attach your completion certificates to your triennial renewal packet.
- Track your code-changes and industry-related hours separately.
Cost
How much does New Mexico plumber license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman certificate renewal (3-year cycle) | $75 ($25/year) | New Mexico CID / PSI |
| Late renewal fee (days 1–30 after expiration) | $1 per day | New Mexico CID |
| CE courses (16 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from 14.5.5.8 NMAC and NMSA 60-13-23 (Construction Industries Division fee schedule), checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive New Mexico plumber license
Under NMSA 60-13-23 and 14.6.4.8 NMAC, a journeyman certificate not renewed by its expiration date incurs daily late fees and is canceled if left unrenewed past 90 days.
Grace period (up to 90 days)
You may renew within 90 days of expiration by submitting your 16 CE hours, the $75 renewal fee, and the statutory late fee ($1 per day for the first 30 days).
Cancellation after 90 days
A certificate not renewed within 90 days after expiration is canceled and requires reapplication and re-examination.
Makeup CE
You still need the full 16 hours before CID will process your renewal.
Who controls
Who controls New Mexico plumber license renewal?
Renewal authority
New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID)
2550 Cerrillos Road, 3rd Floor, P.O. Box 25101, Santa Fe, NM 87504
Phone: (505) 476-4700
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department — Construction Industries Division
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews New Mexico plumbing and mechanical journeyman certificates
- Sets CE hours and topic requirements under 14.6.4.8 NMAC
- Adopts and enforces the New Mexico Plumbing Code (14.8.2 NMAC)
Getting licensed
Getting a New Mexico plumber license
Need the license first? Our New Mexico guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
New Mexico plumber license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a New Mexico plumber need?
16 hours every three years: 8 hours on Uniform Plumbing Code changes and 8 hours of industry-related coursework.
When is the deadline?
Certificates renew every three years at the end of the month they were initially issued. Finish your CE before you submit your renewal.
Which licenses need CE?
The journeyman classes: JP, JPF, JG, JPG, JSM, JS, JR and the MS-12J and MS-14J fire protection journeyman certificates.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Online courses count as long as the course and provider are pre-approved by New Mexico CID.
Who reports my hours?
Approved providers report completions, and you must also include copies of your completion certificates with your renewal application.
Do hours carry over?
No. All 16 hours must be completed within your current three-year certification period.
Sources
Official sources for New Mexico plumber CE rules
- New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department — Construction Industries Division (CID)
- 14.6.4 NMAC — Journeyman Certification
- 14.8.2 NMAC — 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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